Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

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Top 10 Trade Targets + Jake Fischer on the Latest NBA Rumors Dec 14, 2021

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Host Alex Golden is joined by Michael Facci to discuss the Pacers-Warriors game. Then, Alex and Facci reveal their Top-10 Trade Targets for this season and discuss what they like about said players.

Later, Jake Fischer from Bleacher Report joins Facci for a one-on-one conversation about the latest rumors in the NBA, and specifically your Indiana Pacers.

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Mailbag (Pt. 2) - Building Around Duarte, Brandon Ingram Trade Idea + The Tradable Trio Dec 12, 2021

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Facci and Alex are back for Pt. 2 of the MAILBAG!

Topics: The Pacers Tradable Trio (Sabonis, Turner and LeVert), building around Duarte, trading for Brandon Ingram, podcast interview dream, trading for an ideal point guard, who should be the Pacers closer, short-sighted front office, Lance Stephenson and should the Pacers rebrand to Indianapolis instead of Indiana.

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Mailbag (Pt. 1) - Ranking Pacers Roster on Tradability, Draft Prospects for 2022, Potential Young Players to trade for Dec 12, 2021

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Facci and Alex recap the Pacers 3-game winning streak in segment 1, then jump right into mailbag questions!

Topics: Ranking the roster, coach Pierce's role with Carlisle out, draft prospects for 2022, young talent that could be traded for, Domas not being a "star", Kelan Martin's improved play, Brad Wanamaker frustrations, Sabonis + LeVert for Simmons trade idea, likelihood of a trade happening and when, will the Pacers revolt on the rebuild.

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Trade Ideas and Trade Values with Sam Quinn Dec 11, 2021

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Alex Golden is joined by CBS NBA writer, Sam Quinn. Sam is a big fan of creating trade ideas and gauging the value of players amongst the league. In this episode Sam goes in-depth with what he thinks would be equal value for LeVert, Sabonis and Turner.

Sam and Alex then discuss trade ideas in the 2nd segment and discuss what type of return would be best for both parties involved.

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Bob Kravitz on What's Next for the Pacers Dec 09, 2021

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Alex starts off the show quickly recapping all that came out today, news wise for the Pacers. Then, Facci shares the Setting The Pace, Player of the Week and gives us an update on the rookies, with, The Rookie Report.

Alex is joined by Bob Kravitz of The Athletic to discuss his reporting of the Pacers Rebuild. He shares his thoughts on Jared Weiss' article where he chatted with Kevin Pritchard and Myles Turner and what could be next for Myles Turner. Later he discusses his one on one interviews with Reggie Miller and Lance Stephenson.

Lastly, Jake Exline joins for the 'Fan of the Week' segment and shares his thoughts on the rebuild, his Pacers fandom and shares his hot take on the Pacers team.

Kravitz one on one with Reggie Miller: https://theathletic.com/2989851/2021/12/09/nba-75-at-no-47-reggie-millers-battles-in-the-family-driveway-forged-his-unique-style-and-ability-to-step-up-in-the-clutch/

Kravitz one on one with Lance Stephenson: https://theathletic.com/3005688/2021/12/09/ill-never-quit-trying-lance-stephenson-maintains-hope-of-rekindling-an-nba-career/

Weiss' interviews with Pritchard and Turner:https://theathletic.com/3005965/2021/12/09/as-pacers-consider-shake-up-myles-turner-seeks-bigger-role-with-more-opportunity/

Kravitz/Shams Report on Pacers Aiming for a Rebuild: https://theathletic.com/news/pacers-eyeing-rebuild-open-to-trade-talks-on-domantas-sabonis-caris-levert-myles-turner-sources/Yk05oHbBc3Oz/

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A Rebuild is Coming Dec 07, 2021

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Alex and Facci share their thoughts and takeaways from Shams Charania and Bob Kravitz report on the Pacers openly embracing a rebuild. The guys then share a few trade ideas centered around Sabonis, Turner and LeVert (14:50).

Later, Jake Query (30:00) joins the guys to discuss his thoughts on the Pacers rebuild/retool. Jake also talks about what TJ Warren can mean for the Pacers, Carlisle's role, how the Pacers players and coaching staff approach the rest of the season knowing a rebuild is happening and whether or not Pritchard is the right person to be calling the shots.

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Mailbag Pt. 2 - LeVert + Big Trade Value, Pritchard's Job Security, Knicks Trade Idea for Caris + East Standings Dec 05, 2021

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Mailbag Questions for Part 2:

Question 16: Trading LeVert with a Big

Question 17: Realistic moves without blowing it up

Question 18: Who do Pacers keep at Deadline?

Question 19: Inconsistent minutes for Oshae

Question 20: Best Part of the Season is Trade SZN

Question 21: Pritchard's lack of statements on the season thus far.

Question 22: Pritchard being fired before season likelihood.

Question 23: Lamb + Sabonis Trade Idea

Question 24: Duarte's frustration with officials and...teammates?

Question 25: Preseason Standings vs Now...does Indy get out of 13th?

Question 26: Knicks Trade Idea for LeVert

Question 27: Fear of a PANIC Trade?

Question 28: Combing a Lottery Pick with a starter to get more a win-now player, vs drafting a player in the Lottery.

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Mailbag Pt. 1 - Sabonis/Turner Trade Ideas, Kevin Pritchard's Status, McConnell, rebuilding like OKC + MORE! Dec 05, 2021

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Alex and Facci share their thoughts on the Pacers-Heat game then get into mailbag questions!

Mailbag Questions

Question 1: Sabonis to the Warriors

Question 2: Will Pacers ever rebuild? + Sabonis and Turner Trade Ideas

Question 3: Pritchard need to go?

Question 4: No Oshae Jersey's at the team store?

Question 5: TJ McConnell: Energy guy, or a true backup point?

Question 6: Trade Preference: Fox, Murray or Simons

Question 7: Rebuilding like OKC

Question 8: Facci's stance on LeVert + embracing a youth movement.

Question 9: Needing a better ball handler/initiator. Which of McCollum, Fox or Simmons do you like best?

Question 10: Thoughts on Jaden Ivey

Question 11: Pacers waiting for Warren to rebuild?

Question 12: What Three Players you would keep in a fire sale

Question 13: How many losses till the front office makes a change?

Question 14: Pacers bringing grown men to tears

Question 15: Trade LeVert?

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Silent Night - No Whistle for Duarte, AGAIN! Fan of the Week + MORE Dec 02, 2021

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Alex and Facci recap last nights loss to Atlanta, another no-call for Duarte, Carlisle showing up 45-minutes late to press conference because team was breaking down first half film immediately after the loss, HOT TAKE on Caris LeVert's play, and comparing this team to a 500-piece jig saw puzzle.

Next, the guys reveal the Player of the Week and rundown the play from our Rookies this week in the Rookie Report.

Lastly, to close out the show, Facci and Alex welcome on Bryse, our Fan of the Week! Bryse shares his hot takes on the Pacers, discusses what type of trades he would like to see completed, why he became a fan of the team and he asks Alex and Facci about Goga Bitadze's role and future.

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(Pt. 2) Zak Noble on His Interview With Myles Turner, TurBonis Fit, Warren Returning + MORE Nov 30, 2021

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Facci goes solo with Zak Noble, from Ball is Life. Zak recently interviewed Myles Turner on his podcast and shared thoughts with Facci about Turner and the interview. Later, the guys discuss what potential moves Indiana could make. the fit of Sabonis and Turner, TJ Warren's highly anticipated return and what Zak saw from the Pacers last night in a 2-point loss against Zak's Timberwolves.

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